Hettivee V. Van Patten

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Visitation Schedule
First United Methodist
304 N. Main St.
Searcy, AR  72143
Friday, July 7, 2017
1 PM - 2 PM
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
First United Methodist Church
304 N. Main Street
Searcy, AR  72143
Friday, July 7, 2017
2 PM
Cemetery
Oak Grove Cemetery
600 E. Moore Ave.
Searcy, AR  72143
Hettivee V. Van Patten

of Searcy, AR

August 14, 1934 - July 2, 2017

Hettivee V. Van Patten left this world to be with her Lord on July 2, 2017. She was born in Floral on August 14, 1934. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Herman of 51 years, her parents, Leslie and Mae Baker and her brother Augustine Baker.

She is survived by her three beloved children, and their spouses, whom she loved as her own, Jeffery W. Van Patten, (Kenny) Maumelle; Dana R. McKinney, (Rick) Jonesboro; Suzanne M. Van Patten, Dallas, TX. Her grandchildren, Rachel McKinney, Ft. Collins, CO, Cam McKinney, Jonesboro, Will Van Patten (Cameron), Dallas, TX and Katie Van Patten, Maumelle. Her sisters Ernestine Bowren, Floral; Lula Bell Froud, Step Rock; Madeline Cooper, Hot Springs Village, and many nieces and nephews.
Hettivee graduated from Floral High School in 1951 and attended Draughon's Business College in Little Rock, AR. She formerly worked as a dental assistant and secretary. She was co-partner/manager of real estate that she and her husband owned.

She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age. She was an active member of First United Methodist Church in Searcy, AR (1956-2017). She served in many areas of the church from Administrative Board, Sunday school teacher (16 years), chairman of several outreach programs, various officer positions of United Methodist Women (57 years), Greeter and Communion Vestry Volunteer.

Because of her lifelong passion for missions, she began the ministry at her church of working with the Operation Christmas Child/Samaritan's Purse organization in the 1990's. She participated in two Operation Christmas Child mission trips to Atlanta, GA to prepare boxes filled with small gifts, Bibles in various languages, and basic necessities of life to be shipped around the world to share the gospel of Jesus to children. Hettie also was an active volunteer at Good Sams Ministry and the Methodist Thrift Shop.
With their love of music and worship, she and her late husband, Herman, funded a handbell ministry and have supported the Van Patten Handbell Choir at First United Methodist Searcy since the 80's. Hettie enjoyed encouraging others in their gifts in music ministry, and listening to her children and grandchildren sing together.

She was a life time member of Beta Sigma Phi sorority, charter member of AWH of Harding, charter member of Searcy Jaycettes and charter member of CARTI Auxiliary --officer and faithful volunteer. Serving the patients and staff at CARTI in Searcy brought her great joy for over 20 years.

She loved gardening, arranging flowers and sharing her flowers and plants with others. Her interests included volunteering, reading, bridge, listening to music, cooking and traveling.
Her ''loves of her life'' were her family and her church. She enjoyed serving and baking for them.

Visitation Services will be Friday July 7, 2017 at 1:00 pm at the First United Methodist Church Sanctuary with Celebration of Life services to follow immediately after at 2:00 pm.

Memorials can be made to First United Methodist Church Music Ministry or CARTI in Searcy, AR.

Arrangements by Roller-Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy.

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7 Condolence(s)
Gwyn L Padgett
Horseshoe Bend,
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Friday, July 7, 2017

Dear Jeff & Kenny
Please know how dearly I always thought of Hettie. She always had a smile on her face and kind words to say.
Although this time if transition is heart wrenching, but knowing she is out of pain and with Herman must bring comfort to your hearts.
My Condolences to everyone.
God Bless you always,
Gwyn

Dianne (Ball) Buehler
Laurel, MS
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Thursday, July 6, 2017

Dana,
I am so sorry I could not be there for you. Phil & I will be praying for your family.
Love in Christ,
Dianne

Ashley Baker
Jonesboro,
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Thursday, July 6, 2017

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Gilbert and Jan Rainey
Jonesboro, AR
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Wednesday, July 5, 2017

Dear Dana, Rick, Cam, and Rick,

Jan and I are deeply saddened by your mother's death. Our hearts were broken to learn of Hettievan's death, however we were relieved to know she is with our Lord Jesus' and completely free of pain and disease, further we are happy to know she is with her outstanding husband.

Regrettably, Jan and I will not be able to be with you during visitation or the funeral, but be assured we are praying for all of you and your family to feel the Lord's peace during this time of grief and loss.

Yours In Christ's Love,
Gilbert and Jan Rainey

Cheryl Allen
Traskwood, AR
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Wednesday, July 5, 2017

I was very blessed to have known Ms. Hettie as I was involved in a couple of her ministries. What a true inspiration as a devoted and loving Christian. So blessed that our paths crossed.

Lynn E Latham
Carrollton,
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Tuesday, July 4, 2017

Dear Family,
I send you my prayers and heartfelt condolences for the loss of your mother. What a wonderful way she lived, loved and served.

Lynn

Tanya Dugger
Searcy,
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Tuesday, July 4, 2017

Mrs Van Patten was such a kind, caring and godly woman. I couldn't wait to see her every week as she visited my consignment store. She was so faithful collecting shoes for one of her missions and we were so delighted to help her. She would always have encouraging words for me and my staff and would often bring us cookies. She prayed for me when I had times of trouble. She was so proud of her family. She bragged on them
Often. We will miss her ..